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I am a Marine Corp Veteran (1990-1994) with more than 12 years of counseling experience, including Couples and Family Therapy. I have worked with Veterans, Military Sexual Trauma Victims, Individuals in the Criminal Justice , Individuals and Families exiting the Criminal Justice system, Individuals and Families experiencing Homelessness, Individuals experiencing Chronic Homelessness, Substance Abuse and Mental Health challenges, as well LGBTQ individuals and their families.
My counseling style is warm and interactive. I am respectful, sensitive to others' journey, compassionate and understand that especially right now in our history, we are looking to one another for positive support and guidance at times. I don't believe in stigmatizing labels and promote inclusiveness. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, trauma informed care, and is strengths based. We will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek out a help in hopes of conceptualizing a fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Anger management, Self esteem, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Antisocial Personality, Avoidant Personality, BDSM, Kink, Alternative Sex Culture, Blended Family Issues, Co-morbidity, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Alison Johnson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Very very helpful.
Written on Jan 24, 2022 after therapy with Alison for 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and parenting issues
Working with Alison has been very helpful for me. She creates a welcoming, safe and open space for therapy and provides helpful insight , genuine support and practical therapy exercises. Here are a few words that describe Alison…knowledgeable, down to earth, open minded, helpful, kind, caring, experienced and real! You rock Alison!
Written on Dec 29, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
She is absolutely amazing and accommodating. I always feel validated and heard when I speak with her. She’s is kind and very sweet! Highly recommend her
Written on Nov 12, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, anger management, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd
Alison makes me feel very comfortable. I really appreciate her and the way she remembers and cares for the situations I’m going through. She is always supportive whether it’s a chat or an inspirational message throughout the week.
Written on Nov 10, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and adhd
Alison is a great therapist. Down to earth, extremely tolerant and understanding. Furthermore she's an expert by experience as well, which to me is invaluable. I need to see someone I can joke around with but who also understands the struggle of living with a bipolar, ADHD and traumatized brain every day. Alison is one of the most versatile therapists I have ever met and the best part is that she treats me like an equal. I feel I'm in good hands.
Written on Nov 08, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've only been with her for two sessions so far, but she is amazing!!! Very personable, I feel extremely comfortable talking with her. If you're looking for someone who tries to relate to you, Alison is the one for you!
Written on Oct 25, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Excellent listener, responds in a real world, practical manner that was exactly what I was looking for.
Written on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Alison has been fantastic support! She learned about my specific needs with speed. Thank you, Allison!
Written on Oct 21, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 3 weeks on issues concerning bipolar disorder
Alison is super easy to talk to and she really asked great questions to open up the dialog. Sent messages and quotes through the week that were helpful and motivating.
Written on Oct 04, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief
I am a person who has in the past, went to therapy but my experiences were not that kind. When I got Betterhelp I didn’t know how it would go but I can say with full confidence that I have gained a new way of thinking. I appreciate the openness and willingness of her style when it comes to listening. Sometimes you need someone just to be able to listen to you without judgment. I believe that that is the case when it comes to her. I did not feel forced nor uncomfortable when speaking with her even when I took a long time to respond and that really helped.
10 out of 10 I would recommend if you would like to have an open and kind hearted human to share your experiences with.
Written on Sep 09, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
I’ve been working with Alison for a few months now. She has taught me so much about mindfulness meditation, healing of trauma, and gives great recommendations for self-help books to read. I feel heard and seen during our sessions and she is wonderful with positive affirmations. I’m forever grateful for her help in getting a new perspective and understanding on my thoughts and feelings.
Written on Jun 29, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, compassion fatigue, and adhd
This woman knows what she is doing. She understands because she has been through it. A loving individual that is strong and will help us be strong and become a better version of ourselves. She allows us to vent and helps us with new ways of dealing with our stress and depression.
Written on May 20, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
This is my first time in therapy and I couldn't have asked for a better "first-time" therapist than Alison. In our hour-long sessions, I quickly go from feeling alone to feeling understood and heard. She always feels proud of what I've accomplished to better myself and radiates this sense of a "you got this" attitude when we're finishing up. She uses her own life experiences to help me better understand my current issues and she makes me feel like I'm not alone; that I'm not the only one that feels this way. She makes me feel like someone, who has never met me in person before, actually cares about me and I appreciate Alison so much for that.
Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Allison has continously been there for support. Her effort to reach out really makes a difference. Thank you Allison.
Written on Apr 29, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 5 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
Alison has changed my life. She is fun and real and has become a good friend.
Written on Mar 26, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and parenting issues
She is excellent
Written on Mar 03, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Even though I've only had a few sessions, I am feeling heard, understood and validated in my feelings. She provides a safe space for me to vent out my thoughts and frustrations, and is encouraging me to take care of myself and put my needs first. I don't know how BetterHelp did it, but I think they paired me with exactly who I needed during my time of need.
Written on Feb 17, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I've been seeing Alison for several months and she is an excellent fit for me. She is easy to talk to, gives helpful insight and strategies, and pushes me when I need it. She brings positive energy to dark days, and has helped see me through a very difficult time in my life. Alison has helped me processes trauma that I have been ignoring for many years with empathy, validation and suggested steps towards healing. Alison has been a huge part of my mental health team and I would highly reccommend her.
Written on Feb 06, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She is very friendly and understandable, I actually like having our talks and I'm not intimidated at all, I dont feel like I'm required to talk, or have our conversations I feel more thrilled and excited; as if I'm talking to a friend. Highly recommend!
Written on Jan 06, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and adhd
Alison truly takes the time to get to know her clients and their backgrounds. Even if she herself may not be able to your background (cultural,contextual,etc) she is always willing to go the extra mile to learn more and uses that newfound insight to better help her clients.
Written on Jan 04, 2021 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Alison's great. really friendly, full of amazing advice, and has a very approachable style, and professional throughout.
Written on Dec 25, 2020 after therapy with Alison for 1 month on issues concerning self esteem, and anger management
Alison takes the time to understand who you are as a person, and why you might think the way you do, but it's always in a warm and friendly way. She helps me think through anxieties that I would normally feel embarrassed talking about.
Written on Dec 22, 2020 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I am grateful for Alison. I came in hoping to figure out my gender identity. Alison did that and then some--also helping to give me tools in my toolbox for the journey I am on. I highly recommend Alison!
Written on Dec 06, 2020 after therapy with Alison for 3 months
Allison is an amazing, empathetic, intelligent and perceptive woman, having sessions with her always lifts my spirits and teaches me more about myself.
Written on Dec 03, 2020 after therapy with Alison for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Alison listens and is very respectful. She asks good questions in a nice way that lead to deeper conversations and understanding. She’s easy to talk to and I feel like the conversation flows easily. Alison is very patient and isn’t afraid to do her own reading and research to better support her clients.
Written on Sep 20, 2020 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Alison is extremely knowledgeable, she listens and is constantly constructive. She’s is always providing me with new worksheets and readings to do in between sessions. I feel immediately unburdened after our sessions.
Written on Sep 13, 2020 after therapy with Alison for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and coaching
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